prayer for relief

A crucial part of legal complaints where plaintiffs specify the remedies they seek from the court.

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Definition

(formal, technical)The section of a legal complaint where the plaintiff specifies the remedies or compensation they seek from the court.

The prayer for relief requested compensation for medical expenses and lost wages.
In the prayer for relief, the plaintiff asked for an injunction against the defendant.

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